McMichael Heads to Arbitration After Blues Acquire Him in Kyrou Deal

Connor McMichael's journey to St. Louis came with a price tag that neither side could agree on, forcing the matter into arbitration just days after the trade. The Blues acquired McMichael as part of the larger Kyrou deal, but now they'll have to let an arbitrator settle what he's actually worth. This is the kind of salary cap chess match that defines July in the NHL, and it could have ripple effects on St. Louis' ability to add depth before training camp.